Electrical Estimator

Instrata Technologies

  • Trenton, New Jersey
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Service International)unmatched
    • Benchmarkingunmatched
    • Bid Packagesunmatched
    • Biddingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Construction Estimatesunmatched
    • Construction Managementunmatched
    • Construction Projectsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Contract Requirementsunmatched
    • Cost Estimatesunmatched
    • Database Administrationunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
    • Electrical Power Distributionunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Financial Trend Analysisunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
    • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
    • Mathematicsunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Projectunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Pricingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Project Estimatesunmatched
    • Project Management Softwareunmatched
    • Riskunmatched
    • Switchgearunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Strategyunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

    Description

    About the Role
    Do you thrive on precision, strategy, and building winning electrical estimates that set projects up for success? We’re looking for a detail-oriented, analytical Electrical Estimator who can transform drawings, specifications, and bid documents into accurate, competitive cost estimates across electrical, industrial, transportation, and utility construction projects.
    In this role, you’ll serve as a critical partner in the preconstruction process—analyzing electrical scope, developing labor and material estimates, coordinating vendor and subcontractor pricing, and producing high-quality proposals that support profitable project delivery. You’ll play a key role in helping the business win work while ensuring alignment between estimating, operations, and executive leadership.
     
    What You’ll Do – Estimate with Precision. Build Winning Electrical Proposals.
    • Review electrical drawings, specifications, bid packages, and RFP documentation to develop a complete understanding of project requirements and scope.
    • Execute electronic takeoffs to quantify conduit, wire, cable, devices, panels, switchgear, labor, and associated electrical materials.
    • Build comprehensive electrical estimates using labor units, material pricing, subcontractor quotes, and internal cost benchmarks.
    • Solicit, evaluate, and level pricing from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure complete and competitive bid coverage.
    • Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and commercial risk factors while incorporating contingency considerations into estimates.
    • Generate accurate, professional bid proposals including scope assumptions, exclusions, clarifications, and pricing documentation.
    • Coordinate estimate reviews with department leadership and stakeholders for bids above established thresholds.
    • Conduct weekly follow-up on pending proposals and maintain proactive communication with clients regarding open electrical bids.
    • Participate in post-award kickoff meetings with operations teams to ensure accurate turnover of estimate assumptions, scope, and pricing.
    • Track pricing trends, maintain estimating databases, and continuously improve estimating workflows and standards.
    What You Bring
    • Strong understanding of electrical construction estimating principles and bid development processes
    • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, specifications, and contract documents
    • Experience estimating electrical systems, power distribution, conduit/cable pathways, and associated infrastructure
    • Familiarity with subcontractor scope review and supplier pricing processes
    • Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
    • Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail
    • Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
    • Strong communication and collaboration skills across operations and leadership teams
    Technical Skills Preferred
    • Experience with Accubid, Bluebeam, or similar electrical estimating/takeoff software
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, MS Project, and Teams
    • Familiarity with project management software such as Smartsheet or equivalent
    • Formal estimating software training preferred
    Experience & Education
    • High school diploma or equivalent required
    • Degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
    • Minimum 3+ years of electrical estimating experience in electrical, industrial, transportation, utility, or related construction environments
    • BICSI certification pursuit or industry certifications are a plus where applicable
    Why Join Us?
    • Play a direct role in securing and shaping complex electrical construction projects.
    • Partner with operations, executive leadership, vendors, and field teams in a highly integrated environment.
    • Build your estimating career in a company that values technical expertise and operational excellence.
    • Work on diverse, complex projects requiring strategic thinking and technical precision.
    Work Environment & Physical Requirements
    • Primarily office-based in a standard professional environment
    • Regular sitting, standing, and computer use
    • Occasional lifting/moving up to 25 pounds
    • Some extended hours may be required during peak bid periods
    Ready to Help Us Win?
    If you’re a detail-driven Electrical Estimator who takes pride in building accurate, strategic, and competitive bids, we’d love to connect. Apply today and help us power what’s next.
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationTrenton, New Jersey

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